Peer Educator - AYP: OR Tambo

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**Overview** This role is for a Peer Educator - AYP (Adolescent and Young People) based in OR Tambo, working with TB HIV Care. TB HIV Care is a non-profit company dedicated to improving TB management through increased access to TB and HIV diagnosis, care, treatment, and community-based adherence support. The company employs an integrated approach to address both TB and HIV issues, pioneering a comprehensive system of support for its clients. **What you will do** The Peer Educator will primarily focus on directly supporting HIV testing services, encompassing both community and facility-based testing. This includes the integration of supportive services such as pre- and post-test counselling, offering Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and Post-exposure Prophylaxis (PEP), linking clients to treatment, supporting viral load suppression, and facilitating re-entry into care. Key duties and responsibilities include: * Conducting mapping, guided by a Nurse clinician and enrolled nurse, to identify hot spots for mobilizing most-at-risk populations. * Utilizing knowledge of the target community to identify Community-Based Organizations, youth structures, youth ambassadors, and Community Health Workers to support mobilization efforts. * Conducting pre-screening to identify individuals at high risk of HIV and linking them to care. * Providing treatment literacy, including information on PrEP, adherence, and disclosure, through psychosocial support, which involves: * One-on-one counselling/consultation sessions. * Group setting counselling sessions (e.g., youth care clubs, caregiver support groups). * Health talks to create demand for adherence/psychosocial and disclosure services. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12/ NCV * Must be between the ages of 20 - 35 years * Accredited/Recognised 10 Days HIV counselling certificates * Certified to conduct finger prick testing * One (1) years’ related experience and/or training * Ability to communicate in English and isiXhosa languages * Driver’s license would be advantageous and own transport * Residing within the district * Knowledge and experience in a DREAMS or related programme would be advantageous * Excellent communication skills * Attention to detail * Computer literacy and IT skills * Problem-solving * Stakeholder management * Excellent organisational and administration skills **Who should apply** Candidates for this position should possess a Grade 12 or NCV qualification, be between 20 and 35 years old, and have at least one year of related experience or training. Essential requirements include accredited HIV counselling certificates and certification to conduct finger prick testing. Applicants must be able to communicate in both English and isiXhosa and reside within the OR Tambo district. Candidates with a driver’s license, own transport, and knowledge or experience in a DREAMS or similar programme are considered advantageous. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate excellent communication, attention to detail, computer literacy, problem-solving abilities, stakeholder management skills, and strong organizational and administration skills. **Deadline** 8th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/peer-educator-ayp-or-tambo-tb-hiv-care-3 Source: myjobmag

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